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Nature and heritage stay

Located in the heart of an exceptional territory, La Grange du Héron is the ideal starting point for a nature, cultural and family stay in the Lot and Aveyron.

Between medieval villages, listed sites, outdoor activities and fun entertainment , discover a perfect destination for an authentic holiday in Occitanie.

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The most beautiful villages in France around the Grange du Héron

Do you love old stones, ancient alleyways and villages with character ?
Less than an hour from Grange du Héron , set off to discover 10 villages classified among the Most Beautiful Villages of France , true treasures of French heritage.

These medieval villages, nestled between valleys, cliffs and plateaus, captivate with their architecture, history and exceptional panoramas:

In Aveyron ( https://www.tourisme-aveyron.com/fr/decouvrir/plus-beaux-villages-france )

  • Villeneuve-d'Aveyron

  • Belcastel

  • Conques

  • Najac

In the Lot ( https://www.tourisme-lot.com/plus-beaux-villages-du-lot/ )

  • Rocamadour

  • Autoire

  • Loubressac

  • Capdenac-le-Haut

  • Saint-Cirq-Lapopie

  • Cardaillac

An ideal route for lovers of cultural tourism , heritage walks and authentic discoveries between Lot and Aveyron.

And many sites to discover

The narrow streets of Figeac , the fortified town of Villefranche de Rouergue , the Padirac chasm , or the valleys of the Lot and the Célé and their troglodyte villages .

We can also recommend some local gems such as the Foissac cave and the medieval site of Peyrusse le Roc .

Discover the villages around Figeac in a different way

- One map / one village

Available at the reception of the Grange du Héron or at the Tourist Office, "One map / one village" allows you to discover the villages around Figeac in a fun and interactive way.

Whether alone, with friends, or with family, grab your orienteering map and explore streets, squares, and hidden corners. A fun way to visit the villages of the Territory while having a great time.

- Digital scavenger hunts with the Baludik app

Thanks to the Baludik app, embark on a digital treasure hunt and discover:

  • The Super Cayrou natural site, starting from Gréalou,

  • Villeneuve-d'Aveyron , classified as the Most Beautiful Village in France.

An ideal activity to combine hiking, heritage and digital technology , very popular during family holidays.

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